Job Description

The Mount View Practice in Fleetwood are looking for an energetic, dedicated, caring and patient focused individual with a can-do attitude, who has the desire to make a difference to the lives of the patients in our community.
The HCA will be working under the direct supervision of our Practice Nurses and strictly in accordance with specific Practice guidelines and protocols.
The HCA will assist the Practice Clinical Team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.
Ideally you will have the skills for a Primary Care environment including competency in phlebotomy and working with patients with long term condition such as diabetes.
This is a Bank position to cover Maternity.
Must be able to work Mon to Fri between the hours of 0800 and 1830.
Main duties of the job
New Patient Medicals
NHS Health Checks
Phlebotomy
Weight Management
Pre diabetic checks
Electrocardiogram
Annual reviews of long term conditions
Carry out urinalysis and preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory
Clear and restock clinical consulting rooms
Ensure vaccines and cold chain storage monitoring and recording is carried out as per policies and protocols
Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations
Help to raise awareness of health and wellbeing and how it can be promoted
Act as chaperone when required
Home Visits
Where appropriate, provide support and encouragement to Patients to self-manage their conditions
The above is not an exhaustive list of expected duties to be undertaken.
About us
The Mount View Practice is a patient focused, friendly team looking after approximately 12,000 patients in Fleetwood.
We consist of 5 GP Partners and a Salaried GP, a Practice Paramedic, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses and Healthcare Assistants and a dedicated team of Administrative professionals.
We are part of Fleetwood Primary Care Network and supported by a fantastic team of Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Care Coordinators and Social Prescribers.
We are looking forward to recruiting and welcoming another HCA to our team.
Details
Date posted
04 September 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Bank
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
A2758-25-0005
Job locations
Fleetwood Health & Wellbeing Centre
Dock Street
Fleetwood
FY7 6HP
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Healthcare Assistant role will work under direct supervision of the Nursing Team in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols.
The Healthcare Assistant will assist the Practice Clinical Team in the provision of prescribed programmes of patient care.
The Healthcare Assistant will strive to improve standards of care and be involved in identifying practice population needs, supporting the contractual, local and national requirements or specifications as required e.g GMS Contract, QOF, Quality Framework, Enhanced Services. Job description
Job responsibilities
The Healthcare Assistant role will work under direct supervision of the Nursing Team in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols.
The Healthcare Assistant will assist the Practice Clinical Team in the provision of prescribed programmes of patient care.
The Healthcare Assistant will strive to improve standards of care and be involved in identifying practice population needs, supporting the contractual, local and national requirements or specifications as required e.g GMS Contract, QOF, Quality Framework, Enhanced Services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Phlebotomy Certificate of Competency
• Full, clean driving licence & access to own vehicle for home visits

Desirable

• Wound Care Experience

Experience
Essential

• Experience of providing direct patient care, dealing with a wide range of people.
• Excellent communication skills
• IT Skills
• Experience of working with EMIS / DOCMAN

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Phlebotomy Certificate of Competency
• Full, clean driving licence & access to own vehicle for home visits

Desirable

• Wound Care Experience

Experience
Essential

• Experience of providing direct patient care, dealing with a wide range of people.
• Excellent communication skills
• IT Skills
• Experience of working with EMIS / DOCMAN

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care

Skills Required